Benton to Forney: Road Trip Guide & Distance

256.3 miles 412.4 km · straight line
320.3 miles estimated 515.5 km · driving distance
6h 27min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
242° WSW bearing direction

How far is Benton from Forney?

The distance from Benton to Forney is 256.3 miles (412.4 km) as the crow flies. Forney is located WSW of Benton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 320.3 miles, taking about 6h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Benton in Arkansas and Forney in Texas.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Benton and Forney. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Benton to Forney

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 27min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 44min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 8min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Benton & Forney

Quick Facts

Benton
34.56°N, 92.59°W
America/Chicago
124m elevation
Forney
32.75°N, 96.47°W
America/Chicago
144m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients